A NEW theatre production inspired by Whitehaven is set to return to the Rosehill Theatre this half-term for one day only.
Harbour Tales proved to be a festive hit at the venue just before Christmas, and will appear once again on Wednesday February 14.
The show has been created by Fools Company, which is led by well-known local storyteller Ian Douglas, who has been working in the arts for more than 20 years as a performer, storyteller and facilitator, appearing in a range of venues all across the country.
He is joined on stage by musician Mark Newport, who has played for numerous bands, including the distinctive Celtic rock bands Tryckster and AltarNative, and emerging puppeteer Jo Douglas.
Visual artist Janice Murray and Helen Morgan of Morgan Murray Arts (formerly of Howgill Family Centre) have designed the set for the production.
At the top of the world, where the wind blows hard and the winter bites, there stands a little harbour town. But the people that live there have locked their doors and barred their windows for they have heard that a great storm is on its way.
That night, during the calm before the storm, a small ship arrives with a stranger on board. Will the stranger find safety in the harbour? Will the people open the doors to their homes?
What ensues is a night of wonder and magic that nobody expected to find.
Harbour Tales shows at the Rosehill Theatre on Wednesday February 14, from 2pm, and tickets are available from the venue's box office.
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